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MISIA’s Back with “LOVE NEVER DIES” Album as Watanabe Naomi Stars in MV

Burlesque Dreams & Bold Fashion: MISIA Taps Naomi Watanabe for Stirring New MV
MISIA’s Back with “LOVE NEVER DIES” Album, Watanabe Naomi Stars in Emotional MV

Burlesque dreams and emotional beats—Naomi Watanabe steps into a whole new light for MISIA’s latest MV!

Legendary vocalist MISIA is finally back with her 15th album “LOVE NEVER DIES”, her first full-length release since 2021’s “HELLO LOVE”, and she’s not coming quietly. This time around, the soulful singer’s pulled out all the stops—fashion, flair, and one surprise star in the MV for the title track: none other than Watanabe Naomi.

The “LOVE NEVER DIES” music video dropped ahead of the album’s release and quickly turned heads. Naomi plays a behind-the-scenes staffer at a New York burlesque club, but secretly dreams of shining under the spotlight herself. As the club sleeps, she slips into costume and lets loose, dancing with passion on the empty stage. It’s a story about longing, self-expression, and that quiet spark of courage we all keep tucked away.

Naomi shared that the choreography wasn’t exactly a walk in the park—it was a “cool” kind of dance, which is miles away from her usual playful antics. “It’s a different kind of rhythm,” she said, “but I gave it my best shot, and I think it turned out beautifully.”

MISIA Returns After 3 Years – Naomi Watanabe Steals the Spotlight in “LOVE NEVER DIES” Video

Album Details: MISIA Serving Fashion and Feels

“LOVE NEVER DIES” will be available in two editions—a regular CD and a fancy limited edition that’s proper art collector material. The limited version packs a whopping 200-page art book showcasing MISIA styled in noir kei ninomiya. FYI, she’s the first Japanese artist ever to rock the avant-garde label for album visuals. Talk about a power statement.

Sonically, the album’s a rich blend of soul, pop, jazz, and emotional ballads—pure MISIA magic, really. There’s a generous tracklist too, with a total of 14 tracks on the limited edition (13 on the regular). Highlights include collabs like “希望のうた” featuring Yano Akiko, and “傷だらけの王者” with Rockon Social Club. Plus, a few remixes for those who fancy a more club-ready spin.

Full Tracklist: Limited Edition

Watanabe Naomi Dazzles in MISIA’s “LOVE NEVER DIES” MV

  1. fleurs de la passion

  2. CHANGE MY WORLD

  3. LOVE NEVER DIES

  4. Be KIND

  5. はんぶんこ (Hanbunko)

  6. ゆびきりげんまん (Yubikiri Genman)

  7. 希望のうた (feat. Yano Akiko)

  8. 愛をありがとう (Ai wo Arigatou)

  9. 傷だらけの王者 (feat. Rockon Social Club)

  10. 明日晴れるといいな (Ashita Hareru to Ii na)

  11. 君の願いが世界を輝かす (Kimi no Negai ga Sekai wo Kagayakasu)

  12. ゆびきりげんまん (SEIKO ver.)

  13. CHANGE MY WORLD (DJ WATARAI Remix)

  14. LOVE NEVER DIES (Eric Kupper Remix)

  15. fleurs de la passion (Dimitri From Paris City Pop Remix)

Regular Edition skips two tracks but still packs a punch with 13 songs, ending strong with the same City Pop remix.

Whether you're in it for the vocals, the visuals, or just here to see Naomi Watanabe slay a soulful dance routine—MISIA’s “LOVE NEVER DIES” era is shaping up to be one for the books. Classy, emotional, and a bit dreamy, just how we like it.

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